Atlee has paused his upcoming film projects with Shahid Kapoor and Veer Paharia to concentrate on a major project with Allu Arjun, rumoured to have a budget of Rs 600 crore. The director reportedly replaced Salman Khan with Allu Arjun for this film. Conflicting reports suggest Salman may still be involved in a significant role. An official announcement is awaited.
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The Oscar-nominated Indian short film ‘Anuja’ will stream on Netflix from February 5. Directed by Adam J. Graves, the film is nominated for Best Live Action Short Film at the 97th Academy Awards. It tells the story of a nine-year-old girl named Anuja who faces a life-changing decision while working in a garment factory with her sister. The film has received support from international stars like Priyanka Chopra and Guneet Monga, marking Monga’s third Oscar nomination.
The 2024 blockbuster 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' by Sukumar, featuring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, is now streaming on Netflix in five foreign languages. The film, which follows Pushparaju's rise in a smuggling syndicate, has topped global charts with 21.8 million watch-hours in its first week, grossing a total of Rs 1871 crore worldwide.
'Pushpa 2' is set to touch Rs 1000 crore net in India before the end of this week. It has already crossed that figure worldwide a few days ago. While the film has beaten 'Stree 2' and 'Jawan', we shall now witness if it breaks the record of 'Baahubali 2'.
Shanaya Kapoor has wrapped up shooting her debut film 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan', co-starring Vikrant Massey. The film, based on Ruskin Bond's short story, features Shanaya as a theatre artist. She shared behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram. Vikrant is currently enjoying success with Sector 36 and will appear in 'The Sabarmati Report'.
Varun Dhawan's Baby John continues its unfortunate box office run, with collections plunging to Rs 17 lakh on the 16th day, falling short of the Rs 40 crore mark. Despite initial buzz and Dhawan's performance, tough competition and mixed reviews have affected its performance, making it struggle against newer releases.
Kajol reminisces about how her mother Tanuja, usually reserved in her praise, was deeply impressed by the film Gupt. She recalls Tanuja's unusual exclamation of admiration for the film and contrasts the film industry's past with today's fierce competition and the impact of digital platforms.
Amy Jackson, accompanied by her husband Ed Westwick, shared a heartwarming glimpse into her pregnancy journey after a routine baby scan. The couple enjoyed a winter countryside walk and cozy lunch. Jackson and Westwick, who wed in August, are excitedly awaiting their first child together. Jackson also has a 5-year-old son, Andreas, from a previous relationship.
Bollywood actress Triptii Dimri, recently seen in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, was spotted again with rumored boyfriend Sam Merchant. While they exited a restaurant separately and avoided posing together, their frequent appearances fuel speculation. Dimri's upcoming projects include Dhadak 2, addressing caste discrimination. Rumors also circulate about her replacement by Sharvari Wagh in an Anurag Basu film.
Allu Arjun's "Pushpa 2: The Rule" blazes to the Rs 700 crore club, becoming the fourth highest-grossing Indian film. Surpassing "Jawan's" week 1 Hindi collection and "Stree 2" as the year's top grosser, it aims for Rs 1000 crore. The film's success extends globally, ranking 10th biggest Indian hit in North America, surpassing "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani".
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who made his debut over 35 years ago, recently shared that in the early days of his career, he struggled with an “inferiority complex†regarding his height. Standing at approximately 5’5, Aamir admitted he feared audience rejection due to his shorter stature compared to other leading men of his era. However, over time, he realized that such concerns were insignificant.